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Last Call for FSA/HSA Dollars! Top Tips & Picks Before December 31
The end of the year is almost here—can you believe it? Before you dive into holiday plans, take a quick peek at your Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA). You might have money sitting there that could vanish if you don’t use it soon! Why You...
COBRA Small Employer Exception: Who Counts as an Employee?
If your business has fewer than 20 employees, you may qualify for COBRA’s small employer exception—but only if you count employees correctly. Missteps can lead to penalties and unexpected COBRA obligations. Who Should You Count? All Employees, Not Just Plan...
When Is a Qualified Beneficiary Considered “Entitled to Medicare” for COBRA Termination?
Under COBRA rules, group health plans may terminate coverage early if a qualified beneficiary becomes entitled to Medicare after electing COBRA. But it’s important to understand what “entitled” really means. Entitlement vs. Eligibility: Eligible means the person...
Dependent Care FSA: Limit Increase
New 2026 limit provides greater savings flexibility for working families Effective January 2026, the annual contribution limit for Dependent Care FSAs will increase from $5,000 to $7,500 per household. For those married filing separately, the limit rises from $2,500...
2026 FSA Limit Increases: What To Know
The IRS announced the 2026 contribution limits for all Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plans. Below is an overview of the limit increases across all the types of FSAs.Health Flexible Spending AccountThe Health FSA, which provides employees the ability to set aside...
Can Health FSAs Reimburse Expenses Incurred Before Enrollment? What Employers Need to Know
When managing a health Flexible Spending Account (FSA) under a cafeteria plan, employers often face questions about reimbursement eligibility—especially when employees incur medical expenses before officially enrolling. A common scenario involves new hires who want to...
Is an SPD Required for Your Company’s Health FSA? What Employers Need to Know
As your company prepares to introduce a Health Flexible Spending Account (FSA), it's essential to understand the legal documentation requirements that come with it. One key requirement under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) is the Summary Plan...
COBRA and Active Duty: What Employers Need to Know
When a former employee receiving COBRA coverage is called to active military duty, employers may wonder how COBRA and USERRA apply. Here's a quick breakdown of your obligations. What is COBRA? COBRA (Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act) allows employees and...
ERISA Penalty for Failing to Provide Plan Documents: What Employers Need to Know
Under ERISA, plan administrators must provide requested plan documents—like the Summary Plan Description—within 30 days of a written request from a participant or beneficiary. If they fail to do so, a court may impose a penalty of up to $110 per day, starting on day...
What Happens to Qualified Transportation Plan Balances When an Employee Leaves?
Qualified transportation fringe benefits are a popular way for employers to support commuting costs while offering tax advantages. But what happens to unused balances when an employee leaves the company? If you're considering implementing a qualified transportation...
Events:
NueSynergy’s Director of Central Sales will be in St. Louis September 15-16
Following last month’s visit to Nashville, NueSynergy is back on the road for another sales...
NueSynergy’s Director of Central and Southeast Sales will be in Nashville August 18-19
After two months off, NueSynergy is back on the road for another sales trip. From August 18-19,...
NueSynergy’s Director of Central Sales will be in Colorado June 13-14
NueSynergy is nearing its third sales trip of the month....
NueSynergy’s Director of Southeast Sales will be in Birmingham on June 9
NueSynergy's second sales trip of the month is coming up. On June 9 only, John Kirchmeyer,...
NueSynergy’s Director of Southeast Sales will be in Virginia Beach June 5-7
NueSynergy is off to another exciting sales trip next month. From June 5-7, John Kirchmeyer,...
NueSynergy’s Director of Central and Southeast Sales will be in Austin May 23-25
NueSynergy is making its second sales trip of the month next week. From May 23-25, Director of...
NueSynergy’s Director of Southeast Sales will be in Savannah May 17-19
NueSynergy is making its third sales trip of the year next week. From May 17-19, John...
A member of NueSynergy’s sales team will be in Fort Worth April 26-29
NueSynergy is set to kick off its second trip of the calendar year next week. From April 26-29,...